A house comes with windows, but they aren't always the best windows for the needs of you and your family. You can always upgrade existing windows to more efficient ones, and especially if they're older and need replacing you may want to consider some of the modern options which are available to add both beauty and function to your windows.
Living Room- Bay Window
A bay window always will add value to your home, simply because “everybody” likes them and they allow a better view of the outside. A bay window can be a great place to place a bench if you like a well lit area to read, sew, or conduct some form of hobby. If gives you a wide view of your lawn, which is especially useful if you have children and pets playing outside.
Kitchen- Sliding Windows
A sliding style window works well in the kitchen as it provides a wider area of letting natural light into the room and opens easily to let heat or smoke escape while you cook. Oftentimes, the delicious flavors you use while cooking can be a bit overwhelming in their raw form, so a fresh breeze is appreciated to remove the crying of onions or spice of peppers from the room until it has properly cooked into the food as the recipe calls for.
Bedroom- Double Hung
Double hung windows are for all practical purposes the paradigm of modern building techniques. Absolute value and efficiency, double hung windows open and close smoothly according to your daily needs while incorporating security measures. New windows tilt inwards so you can clean the outside from the inside, which allows for convenience and safety.
Bathroom- Glass Block Windows
Glass block windows are suitable for an area where you don't need to see outside or want a view from the outside while allowing for natural light to make a room feel more comfortable. When taking a bath and preparing your grooming routine for a day at work or a night out on the town, block windows provide a comfortable atmosphere in the bathroom without any fear of a passerby being able to see you while in an exposed state of undress.
Basement- Egress Window Options
The ultimate in safety is an oversized window which locks securely yet can easily allow for emergency exit should the need arise. Most local building codes require this feature in the basement, but it works well in other rooms as well as an escape plan or emergency entryway for firefighters.